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Senior Electrical Systems Integration Engineer I

Knapheide · Quincy, IL · 2 days ago
Quality AssuranceFull-time

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Design and integrate electrical systems that interface chassis wiring, harnesses, modules, and customer equipment
  • Develop adapters and electrical solutions to connect OEM chassis electrical systems with upfit components
  • Interpret and utilize OEM electrical documentation, schematics, and interface information
  • Collaborate with chassis manufacturers and suppliers to obtain electrical architecture and integration details
  • Support internal teams and distributors by troubleshooting electrical and wiring issues
  • Perform electrical testing and diagnostics on vehicle and body electrical systems
  • Collaborate with Supplier Quality and Vendors through a PPAP and FAI process for electrical components
  • Author Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) to implement updated wiring architecture, components, system improvements, or engineering standards
  • Apply mechanical aptitude when required, including development of brackets or mounting solutions for electrical components
  • Participate in cross functional projects involving controls, automation, diagnostics, and safety features
  • Occasional travel to support field troubleshooting or validation (approximately 5% domestic travel)

Position Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or Related engineering discipline
  • 6 years of experience in vehicle, automotive, commercial, off road, or industrial electrical systems (Equivalent hands on project or design team experience may be considered for early career candidates)
  • Candidates with strong design team or applied project experience are particularly encouraged to apply, including: SAE Formula / Formula Electric, Hybrid or Solar Vehicle teams, Mechatronics, or controls focused capstone projects
  • Experience working with 12V vehicle electrical systems
  • Strong understanding of vehicle electrical integration, including: Power distribution, Grounding and fusing, Harness routing and protection, Working knowledge of CAN communication and vehicle diagnostics
  • Hands on electrical troubleshooting experience
  • Experience with wire harness design, routing, and protection
  • Exposure to PLC systems, industrial controls, or vehicle automation
  • Familiarity with electrical CAD tools (SolidWorks Electrical, ProCable, or similar)
  • Mechanical design experience or strong mechanical aptitude
  • Telematics, diagnostics, or vehicle data systems experience
  • Experience with mixed voltage systems (120V a plus)
  • Hands on lab, prototype, or vehicle build experience

Physical/Mental Requirements

  • Necessary to perform essential functions of the position: Normal standing, bending, walking, and lifting in an office, lab, or shop environment
  • Able to communicate effectively with engineering, manufacturing, and customer facing teams
  • Willingness to learn in hands on, sometimes unstructured problem solving environments
  • Moderate travel to support vehicle validation or customers as necessary

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